The IEEE Xplore Innovation Spotlight features articles on cutting-edge topics handpicked from the IEEE Xplore Digital Library of more than 7 million technical documents.
Vertical farming can address the growing challenges of food scarcity, limited arable land, and environmental constraints in urban areas, which are shaped by rising populations and climate change. When implemented correctly, this method has the potential to eliminate the extensive use of arable land. Some key benefits include year-round crop production with minimal reliance on weather, reduced pesticide dependence, and efficient water use through closed-loop systems.
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